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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 03
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €31
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €35
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 5 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 5 h 48 m
- Buses on Nov 03
- 3
- Distance
- 159 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Fast buses
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 buses from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 6 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:15 AM 6h05 Southampton Central (SOU) 5:20 PM London Stansted Airport €31 1 One-way 0 transfers12:15 PM 6h05 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:20 PM London Stansted Airport €36 1 One-way 0 transfers1:05 AM 5h15 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:20 AM London Stansted Airport €38 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:05 AM 5h15 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:20 AM London Stansted Airport €38 1 One-way 0 transfers12:15 PM 6h05 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:20 PM London Stansted Airport €36 1 One-way 0 transfers11:15 AM 6h05 Southampton Central (SOU) 5:20 PM London Stansted Airport €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 12:15. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 12:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport.
Cheap bus tickets from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport is €54 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 1:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 12:15 PM.
There are 10 buses a day from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 5h47 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:02PM | Duration 5h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €75 |
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX032 · NX727 | 4:40 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h00 | 8:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | 6:35 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h05 | 10:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 · NX727 | 9:25 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 3h25 | 12:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
| 1:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h15 | 6:20 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h05 | 5:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h05 | 6:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport buses with Omio?
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Bus providers: National Express from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
€22
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Stansted Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport depends on the bus companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
FAQs: Bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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